Cuisinart PerfecTemp
Score: 88/100
Hamilton Beach Temperature Control Kettle
Score: 83/100Rankings
The Cuisinart PerfecTemp 1.7-L electric kettle offers rapid 1500 W heating and six precise temperature presets, making it ideal for tea and coffee brewing. Its bulkier design and firm buttons may be less convenient for small kitchens. Best suited for users who prioritize accuracy and durability.
Hamilton Beach's 1.7-L kettle boils water quickly with 1500 W power and includes safety auto shut-off and a 30-minute keep-warm feature. It lacks advanced temperature presets and is not dishwasher-safe. Great for users needing fast, reliable hot water without extra frills.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1.7 Lbest | 1.7 Lbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 180 secondsbest |
1,500 Wbest | 1,500 Wbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.91 kgbest | 1.01 kg |
30 minutesbest | 30 minutesbest | |
— | 110 Vbest | |
246 mm | 253 mmbest | |
155 mm | 159 mmbest |
Click an attribute name to sort · Green = best, red = worst (relative to this comparison)
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Design & Build(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.91 kg | 1.01 kg |
Height (mm) | 246 mm | 253 mm |
Width (mm) | 155 mm | 159 mm |
Depth (mm) | 224 mm | 228 mm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the CPK-17 for its precise, fast, and quiet performance, highlighting the ±1°F accuracy, solid stainless-steel construction, and intuitive multi-feedback interface. They note the convenience of the keep-warm and memory functions but point out the firm button actuation, bulkier size, and lack of sub-160°F presets as drawbacks.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the kettle's speed, temperature accuracy, and durability, often calling it a favorite kitchen appliance that looks new after years of use. Common complaints focus on the need for firm button presses and occasional noise or heating quirks when the unit isn't seated correctly on its base.
“Super accurate and easy to use... heats up very quickly”
“consistent stream pour (no dribble until empty), cool handle, and multi-feedback indicators”
Professional sources and retailer listings emphasize the Hamilton Beach kettle's rapid boiling capability and robust safety features, positioning it as a reliable, everyday appliance for quick hot-water needs. While the basic model is praised for its simplicity and speed, the lack of advanced temperature control is noted as a limitation for tea connoisseurs.
Everyday users consistently appreciate the kettle's quick boil time and cordless convenience for busy mornings, with no major complaints surfacing in the available data. The primary user-focused praise centers on speed, ease of use, and the clear water window.
